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Property Description
Welcome to 81 Jack Knife Drive -- a single-story 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with a 2-car garage in the heart of Watersound Origins, one of South Walton's most sought-after residential communities on Florida's Emerald Coast. With every room on one level and each bedroom featuring its own full bathroom, this home offers both comfort and thoughtful design for owners and guests alike. The open floor plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas, anchored by an indoor gas fireplace and elevated with upgraded light fixtures throughout, making it ideal for both everyday comfort and effortless entertaining. The kitchen is a true standout, featuring quartz countertops, a large walk-in pantry, a built-in bar area, and Frigidaire Professional Series stainless steel appliances. including a natural gas range and electric oven. Step outside to the enclosed screened porch -- the perfect spot to unwind with a cup of coffee and listen to the wind move through the towering pine trees just beyond the yard. In the evenings, gather around on the paver patio surrounded by the kind of stillness and quiet that first drew the owners to this home. The fully fenced yard backs directly to community green space and a walking trail, offering a rare sense of privacy and a serene, park-like setting you'll never tire of. The Watersound Origins lifestyle is hard to beat. Walk to the resort-style pool and fitness center at Village Commons. Enjoy the Davis Love III-designed Origins Golf Course, tennis and pickleball courts, miles of nature trails, and dock access to Lake Powell -- one of Florida's rare coastal dune lakes. The beach is just five minutes away, and the shops and restaurants of Watersound Town Center and Scenic Highway 30A put world-class dining within easy reach -- including plenty of local favorites just off 30A where you can skip the tourist crowds during peak season. Wonderful neighbors and a short-term rental restricted community create the genuine neighborhood feel that makes this place so special. Whether you're seeking a forever home on the Emerald Coast or a peaceful retreat just minutes from the Gulf, 81 Jack Knife Drive is coastal living done right.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 81 Jack Knife Drive
General
- Sold For: $837,000
- Taxes: $2,025 (7520)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Emerald_Coast
- MLS ID: 995194
- Added to Site: 116 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Short Term Rental - Not Allowed, Pickle Ball, Exercise Room, Fishing, Playground, Pool, Tennis
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 12
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Fireplace, Lighting Recessed, Pantry, Pull Down Stairs, Shelving, Washer/Dryer Hookup
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Fireplace Gas
- Appliances: Auto Garage Door Opn, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator W/IceMk, Security System, Washer
- Flooring: Floor Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Pool Type
Exterior
- Exterior Features: BBQ Pit/Grill, Fenced Back Yard
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio Covered, Porch, Porch Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Guest
Location
- Area: 18 - 30A East
- County: Walton
- Subdivision: WATERSOUND ORIGINS
- Driving Directions: From Highway 98 turn north on Watersound Parkway, turn right on Pathways drive, turn right on Splash Dr, turn right on Jack Knife Dr
School Information
- Elementary School: Dune Lakes
- Middle School: Emerald Coast
- High School: South Walton
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Fees Include: Accounting, Master Association, Recreational Faclty, Services
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating/Cooling: Central, Central Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utility Description: Electric, Gas - Natural, Public Water
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Beach House
- Construction: Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
- Exterior Const.: Siding CmntFbrHrdBrd
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 2,124
- Sq. Ft. Source: County PA Records
- Year Built: 2017
Lot Features
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 110
- Frontage: Private Road
- Street/Road Desc.: Paved
- Lot Features: Covenants, Interior, Level, Restrictions, Within 1/2 Mile to Water
- Zoning: Resid Single Family
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $701
- Tax Amount: $2,025
- Tax Year: 7520
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: Lot 122 Winter Garden
- APN: 25-3S-18-16230-000-1220
- Property ID: 25-3S-18-16230-000-1220
Listed and Sold by Christies International Real Estate Emerald Coast
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Schools
Schools serving 81 Jack Knife Drive
School District:Walton County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bay Elementary School 6565 US Highway 98 East, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 | K-5 | 5.6 mi |
Emerald Coast Middle School 4019 US Highway 98 East, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 | 6-8 | 7.9 mi |
South Walton High School 645 Greenway Trail, Santa Rosa Beach, FL 32459 | 9-12 | 12.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 81 Jack Knife Drive
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/08/2026
Sold
$837,000
-1.41%
MLS
4/13/2026
Price Reduced
$849,000
-8.22%
MLS
2/12/2026
Listed
$925,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
81 Jack Knife Drive, Inlet Beach, FL 32461 (MLS# 995194) is a Single Family property that was sold at $837,000 on June 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 81 Jack Knife Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Inlet Beach? You can browse all Inlet Beach real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

